Weaver, machine operator & general factory duties
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Role Overview & Responsibilities
H&B Wire Fabrications Ltd are the UK’s leading manufacturer & supplier of woven wire mesh. We are part of the worldwide Haver & Boecker group, which with over 125 years experience, means that we are part of one of the world's largest wire weaving companies with a global network of branches and manufacturing facilities.
We are currently looking to recruit a hard working enthusiastic individual to join a small works department of 3-4 people, manufacturing woven wire mesh screens to specified quality standards for industrial uses.
The position is full time and would suit a local person who is able to perform manual duties as outlined below:
- Job title: Weaver, machine operator & general factory duties.
- Duties: Crimping wires, setting up looms, weaving, accurately cropping & bending screens, spot-welding and other general factory duties. Experience of operating the following would be useful but not essential as full training will be given: wire weaving loom, crimping machine, spot welder, guillotine, press brake, bending machine, angle grinders, drills and miscellaneous hand tools.
- Skills & abilities: Numeracy, literacy, manual dexterity, patience, organisation, time management, self-motivated, reliable. The ability to work to fine tolerances in both imperial and metric measurements is essential. The successful candidate will be working as part of a male team.
- Health: This is a physical job so a good level of all-round fitness is required. Some of the work involves lifting and moving heavy panels.
- General: A friendly manner with the ability to work within a small team as well as on your own is essential.
- Hours: Monday – Thursday: 7.30 am – 5.00 pm Friday: Closed
- Wages: £10.50 per hour, plus task related incentives annually.
- Holidays: 4 weeks
- Benefits: Discretionary annual bonus. Auto Enrolment Pension Scheme. Free on-site parking
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £10.50 per hour
Benefits:
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- Day shift
- No weekends
Education:
- GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: HBWF7
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